Forbidden

1984Movie1 h 54 min

60
DecentGoodWatch score
60
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

In Berlin in the early 1940s, romance is forbidden between the young countess who is studying veterinary medicine and a young man she meets at the home of a former professor.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, comfort or scares.

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Cast

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Directed by
Anthony Page

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Facts

December 7, 1984 · 1 h 54 min · Violence, Disturbing Imagery

Released
December 7, 1984
Runtime
1 h 54 min
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States, Germany
Available in
6 countries

Tropes

Match Cut, The Mistress, Double Entendre +9

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Forbidden?"

Questions about Forbidden

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Forbidden worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60 (IMDb 6.5).

Is Forbidden good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Forbidden plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.